Research Assistant in neuronal modelling of Parkinson’s disease

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Join Per Svenningsson's Research Lab, part of the Department of Clinical Neuroscience at Karolinska Institutet, located in the state-of-the-art research facility Biomedicum. The lab being one of the leading Parkinson's Disease (PD) research groups, focusing on translational neuropharmacology. We use a multidisciplinary approach that combines biochemical, histological, pharmacological, molecular biology, and behavioral techniques to uncover the mechanisms behind PD and develop new therapeutic strategies.

Your mission

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled research assistant to contribute to our innovative research on Parkinson's disease. You will work closely with a dynamic team of researchers, PhD students, and postdoctoral fellows to establish and study advanced neuronal models of PD. Explore genetic predisposition for Parkinson's disease, disease-modifying mutations, investigate organelle dynamics, and participate in preclinical mechanistic studies - all aimed at developing disease-modifying treatments and understanding various neurobiological aspects of PD.

The responsibilities of this candidate in the lab are as follows:

• Assist in the planning, execution, and analysis of pre-clinical experiments studying Parkinson’s disease
• Assist in ex-vivo techniques such as immunostaining, RNAscope, advanced imaging
• Routine laboratory work such as analysing data, ensure of proper storage of materials etc.
• Work with human or animal tissue samples
• Interact with PhD students, postdocs and researchers in the lab
• Troubleshoot issues in experimental setups or data collection

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in biotechnology
• Ability to learn new methodologies/techniques
• Prior experience in histology techniques is necessary
• Previous experience with in-vivo work is preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with statistical software and data analysis is necessary
• Strong knowledge in English is required, knowledge in other languages is advantageous

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 25 april 2025

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form. 

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all!